AMD Ryzen 3 1300X vs Intel Core i3-9100T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data splits the six shared benchmark tests evenly, with three wins for the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X and three for the Intel Core i3-9100T. The margins, however, are far from symmetrical.

The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X dominates the Cinebench R15 tests. In the multicore run, it scores 558 against Intel's 482, a 15.8% advantage. The single-core R15 result is even more striking: AMD scores 152 versus Intel's 67, a 126.9% delta. That is the largest gap in the entire head-to-head comparison. The Ryzen chip also wins Cinebench R23 single-core, scoring 947 versus 675, a 40.3% lead.

The Intel Core i3-9100T takes the newer Cinebench R23 multicore test decisively, scoring 4788 against AMD's 3486, a 27.2% margin. Intel also leads in both Geekbench tests, though by much smaller amounts: 3443 versus 3126 in multicore (a 9.2% delta) and 1215 versus 1101 in single-core (a 9.4% delta).

Interpreting these numbers requires care. The Ryzen 3 1300X excels in the older R15 workload and in R23 single-threaded performance, suggesting strong per-core efficiency in certain legacy or lightly threaded scenarios. The Intel part's R23 multicore win shows it pulls ahead under sustained multi-threaded load in that particular engine. The Geekbench results, meanwhile, favor Intel in both modes, indicating a broader advantage in that measuring methodology.

Looking at the aggregate average benchmark score, the Intel Core i3-9100T sits at 1620, while the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X records 1562. That puts Intel roughly 3.7% ahead on the composite metric. Both processors land at the 39th percentile among all CPUs in the database, meaning they occupy the same overall performance tier despite their differing strengths. The nearest rivals for each chip confirm this positioning: the Ryzen 3 1300X trades blows with the Intel Core i5-6600T (delta -0.1%), the Intel Core i3-8300 (delta -0.1%), and the AMD Opteron 6276 (delta 0.1%). The Intel Core i3-9100T sits near the Intel Core i7-970 (delta 0.4%), the Intel Pentium Gold G7400T (delta -0.5%), and the Intel Xeon E5-2623 v3 (delta -0.6%).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X wins Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 947, compared to the Intel Core i3-9100T's 675. That is a 40.3% advantage for AMD.

Q: How does the Intel Core i3-9100T fare in the multi-core Cinebench R23 test?

A: The Intel part scores 4788 in Cinebench R23 multicore, which is 27.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X's 3486 in that same test.

Q: Is there a benchmark where the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X wins by a very large margin?

A: Yes. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Ryzen 3 1300X scores 152 versus the Intel Core i3-9100T's 67, a 126.9% difference. This is the largest recorded delta between the two.

Q: What do the aggregate scores say about overall performance?

A: The Intel Core i3-9100T has an average benchmark score of 1620, while the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X has an average of 1562. Both processors are at the 39th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Q: Which processor wins the Geekbench tests?

A: The Intel Core i3-9100T wins both Geekbench tests. It scores 3443 in multicore versus 3126 for AMD (a 9.2% delta), and 1215 in single-core versus 1101 for AMD (a 9.4% delta).

Q: Do both processors have the same core and thread count?

A: Yes. Both the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X and the Intel Core i3-9100T have 4 cores and 4 threads.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X is the clear choice for workloads that rely on the Cinebench R15 engine or on single-threaded performance in that older benchmark suite. Its 126.9% lead in R15 single-core is the defining result of this comparison. It also holds a 40.3% edge in R23 single-core, which suggests that in lightly threaded tasks measured by Cinebench, the AMD part is substantially faster. Anyone running legacy rendering or simulation tools that scale poorly across cores may see a meaningful benefit from the Ryzen 3 1300X.

The Intel Core i3-9100T takes the modern multi-threaded Cinebench R23 workload by a wide 27.2% margin. That result indicates the Intel chip is better suited for current multi-core rendering tasks in that specific engine. The Geekbench results also favor Intel in both single-threaded and multi-threaded modes, with deltas of 9.4% and 9.2% respectively. For general-purpose computing measured by Geekbench, the Intel part is consistently ahead. Its lower 35 watt TDP also makes it a fit for compact or power-conscious desktop builds, while the AMD part's 65 watt TDP is higher.

Specification Differences

Both processors share a 4-core, 4-thread configuration and identical 3.70 GHz boost clocks. The base clocks differ: the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X runs at 3.40 GHz, the Intel Core i3-9100T at 3.10 GHz. The AMD part has a 65 watt TDP and a launch MSRP of $129. The Intel part has a 35 watt TDP and a launch MSRP of $122. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM4 and is unlocked for overclocking. The Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1151 and has a locked multiplier. Memory bandwidth also differs, with AMD rated at 42.7 GB/s and Intel at 38.4 GB/s, though both support dual-channel DDR4 memory. The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X is still in active production, while the Intel Core i3-9100T is end-of-life.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X is built on the Zen architecture, codenamed Summit Ridge, and fabricated by GlobalFoundries on a 14 nm process. The die size is 213 mm² and contains 4,800 million transistors. Its cache layout includes 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Intel Core i3-9100T uses the Coffee Lake architecture, specifically the Coffee Lake Refresh generation, and is fabricated by Intel on a 14 nm process. The die size is 126 mm². Its cache hierarchy is smaller: 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Both processors support ECC memory and have PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part includes integrated UHD Graphics 630, while the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X has no integrated graphics. The AMD part uses a 4,800 million transistor count and a larger die, while Intel's smaller die lacks a listed transistor count in the database.

The Verdict

The data points to a split decision based on workload. The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X should be selected by users whose primary applications resemble the Cinebench R15 or R23 single-threaded tests, where it leads by 126.9% and 40.3% respectively. Those are massive margins in the recorded results. The unlocked multiplier on the AMD part also offers headroom for users who intend to adjust clock settings, though the database does not quantify the resulting gains.

The Intel Core i3-9100T is the better pick for modern multi-threaded rendering in Cinebench R23, where it leads by 27.2%. It also wins both Geekbench tests, making it the more balanced performer in that benchmark suite. Its 35 watt TDP is considerably lower than AMD's 65 watt figure, which matters for small form factor systems or low-power builds. The integrated UHD Graphics 630 provides a display output capability that the AMD part lacks entirely.

For users who prioritize the highest average benchmark score, the Intel Core i3-9100T at 1620 edges out the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X at 1562. Both sit at the 39th percentile, so the overall performance class is identical. The choice ultimately comes down to whether the workload is single-threaded Cinebench-style (choose AMD) or multi-threaded Cinebench R23 and Geekbench (choose Intel). The AMD part is also the only one of the two still in active production, which may be relevant for new system builds.